Discover 132 local hidden gems in Stockholm

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Centralbadet – Bathe in luxury

Centralbadet Stockholm is an art nouveau spa that was finished in 1904. It's also a restaurant & a popular spot for shooting films set in the 20th cen.

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Relaxing
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Gröna Lund – Versatile amusement park

Gröna Lund is an amusement park in Stockholm with an excellent location. I recommend their attractions Eclipse, Katapulten or Kättingflygaren...

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Maria

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Reimersholme – Foretaste of the inner archipelago

Reimersholme is one of the smallest islands that make up the city center of Stockholm. It's so serene, green and romantic, I forget I'm in the capital...

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Maria

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StikkiNikki – Most delicious way to cool down

StikkiNikki is my no.1 ice cream place in Stockholm. They're all homemade at the same small-scale local production facility — and have no additives!

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City Hall – Culture and nature in one

The City Hall in Stockholm has an impressive history and is very nice to wind down after some major sightseeing. It's beautiful, central yet quiet!

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Karlbergs Castle – Hidden gem in the city centre

Karlbergs Castle in Stockholm is not open to visitors, but the beautiful and interesting park around is open daily and entry is free of charge!

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Relaxing

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Augustendals 4H Farm – Fun for the kids

Augustendals 4H Farm in Stockholm is great for kids! Their 4Hs stand for head, heart, hand & health. Come here for horses, goats, cats, rabbits & hens.

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LU Stockholm – Chinese comfort food

LU in Södermalm serves Hong Kong street food in a sharing style. Try the fried wontons and sirloin with beans. Arrive early to beat the queue!

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Boule & Berså – The hidden summer pearl

"Boule & Berså" in Stockholm is the kind of outdoor restaurant gem that brings all the good vibes we need during the oh so precious Swedish summer nights.

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Bars
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Coffee & tea
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Relaxing

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MS Märtha – Best-kept secret

"Seaside Söder" in Stockholm is a hotel, bar and restaurant, located on a little two-floored boat. Even the locals don't know about this amazing spot...

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Grand Pelouse – Playground for locals and tourists

"Grand Pelouse" in Stockholm in Haga park has interesting buildings like the huge copper tents. I prefer visiting the lawn in summer months...

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Maria

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Isbladskärret – Admire birds and rest your legs

"Isbladskärret" is a part of the Royal National City Park in Stockholm. It's a great place to watch birds while strolling along Djurgårdsbrunnskanalen...

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